Deir Ghbar or Abdoun: the short answer
Deir Ghbar is a quiet, residential neighbourhood next to Abdoun, with spacious homes and a suburban feel, and mostly larger, often furnished apartments; Abdoun is the most affluent neighbourhood in Amman: leafy residential streets, the Abdoun Circle café and restaurant scene, and some of Jordan's most expensive property. Abdoun asks about 20% more per m² (JD 1,200 against JD 1,000 in Deir Ghbar). A two-bedroom rents for about 8% more in Abdoun (JD 1,085 against JD 1,000 a month in Deir Ghbar). A three-bedroom rents for about 46% more in Abdoun (JD 1,585 against JD 1,085 a month in Deir Ghbar).
Sources: Wikipedia: Abdoun · Hagzi · US Embassy post report · Wikipedia: Zahran area. Prices from public listings, 10 October 2026.
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Deir Ghbar vs Abdoun: rent and prices side by side
| Measure | Deir Ghbar | Abdoun |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bed rent / month | JD 770 | JD 790 |
| 2-bed rent / month | JD 1,000 | JD 1,085 |
| 3-bed rent / month | JD 1,085 | JD 1,585 |
| Apartment / m² | JD 1,000 | JD 1,200 |
| Typical 3-bed | JD 190k | JD 200k |
| Typical villa | – | JD 1,625k |
| Zone | West Amman | West Amman |
| District | next to Abdoun | Zahran District |
| Est. gross yield | 6.8% | 9.5% |
Median asking prices from public Hagzi listings, 10 October 2026; a dash means too few listings (8 apartments, 5 villas). Rents are monthly (yearly ÷ 12).
Abdoun asks about 20% more per m² (JD 1,200 against JD 1,000 in Deir Ghbar). A two-bedroom rents for about 8% more in Abdoun (JD 1,085 against JD 1,000 a month in Deir Ghbar). A three-bedroom rents for about 46% more in Abdoun (JD 1,585 against JD 1,085 a month in Deir Ghbar). A typical three-bedroom asks about JD 200k in Abdoun against JD 190k in Deir Ghbar.
Deir Ghbar or Abdoun: how do they feel?
Deir Ghbar
A quiet, residential neighbourhood next to Abdoun, with spacious homes and a suburban feel, and mostly larger, often furnished apartments.
Suits- Families who want quiet near Abdoun
Residential streets a short drive from Abdoun's cafés. - Expats who prefer space
Larger apartments and furnished options. - Drivers
Few restaurants within walking distance.
- Few places to eat nearby
You will drive to Abdoun or Sweifieh for restaurants and cafés. - Large apartments
Most rentals are three-bedroom, so small apartments are scarce. - Rent similar to Abdoun
Two-bedroom rents run close to Abdoun's, but three-bedrooms ask less.
Abdoun
The most affluent neighbourhood in Amman: leafy residential streets, the Abdoun Circle café and restaurant scene, and some of Jordan's most expensive property.
Suits- Expats and diplomats
Embassies, cafés and furnished apartments are concentrated here. - Professionals who want city life
Restaurants, malls and gyms within a short drive of the circles. - Buyers seeking prestige property
Where Jordan's most expensive real estate sits.
- Busier than Deir Ghbar
The Abdoun Corridor and the circle area are crowded, and the southern commercial strip has bars and nightlife. - Higher rents
Abdoun asks the highest median rent among the main western areas for both two- and three-bedrooms. - Parking and traffic
Expect traffic around the circle and the corridor at peak hours.
More on Deir Ghbar and Abdoun
Deir Ghbar area guide
A quiet, residential neighbourhood next to Abdoun, with spacious homes and a suburban feel, and mostly larger, often furnished apartments.Read more →Abdoun area guide
The most affluent neighbourhood in Amman: leafy residential streets, the Abdoun Circle café and restaurant scene, and some of Jordan's most expensive property.Read more →Compare more areas
All the side-by-side comparisons.Read more →Price reports
Rent and prices for every area.Read more →Sources: Wikipedia: Abdoun · Hagzi · US Embassy post report · Taj Alsafa: best residential areas · Wikipedia: Zahran area. See our methodology for how prices are calculated.
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Deir Ghbar or Abdoun: which is better to live in?
It depends on what you want. Deir Ghbar: families who want quiet near abdoun; expats who prefer space. Abdoun: expats and diplomats; professionals who want city life. Abdoun asks about 20% more per m² (JD 1,200 against JD 1,000 in Deir Ghbar). A two-bedroom rents for about 8% more in Abdoun (JD 1,085 against JD 1,000 a month in Deir Ghbar). Visit both at peak traffic and in the evening before deciding. Deir Ghbar vs Abdoun →
Is Deir Ghbar or Abdoun more expensive to rent?
A one-bedroom rents for about 3% more in Abdoun (JD 790 against JD 770 a month in Deir Ghbar). A two-bedroom rents for about 8% more in Abdoun (JD 1,085 against JD 1,000 a month in Deir Ghbar). A three-bedroom rents for about 46% more in Abdoun (JD 1,585 against JD 1,085 a month in Deir Ghbar). Medians are monthly asking rents from Hagzi listings, 10 October 2026; rents are quoted per year, so a yearly lease costs twelve times these figures. Rent prices by area →
Is Deir Ghbar or Abdoun more expensive to buy in?
Abdoun asks about 20% more per m² (JD 1,200 against JD 1,000 in Deir Ghbar). A typical three-bedroom asks about JD 200k in Abdoun against JD 190k in Deir Ghbar. A registration fee of up to 3% and 3% sale tax come on top, with the split agreed between buyer and seller. Registration fees →
Is Deir Ghbar safe compared with Abdoun?
A 2025 US Embassy post report describes Deir Ghbar, Abdoun and Sweifieh as generally safe and affluent, and an expat guide cites enhanced security measures. These are non-official sources, so visit and ask residents. We have no comparable source for the other area. Safest neighbourhoods →
What is the biggest difference between Deir Ghbar and Abdoun?
Deir Ghbar: Right next to Abdoun, and also bordering Sweifieh, in West Amman. Abdoun: In south-west Amman in the Zahran District. Abdoun is split into North and South Abdoun, but locals simply call it Abdoun. It borders Deir Ghbar, Sweifieh, Jabal Amman and the Jabal Al-Akhdar, Al-Hilal and Al-Yasmin areas. All neighbourhoods →
Can foreigners buy in Deir Ghbar or Abdoun?
Yes, with the Minister of Interior's approval, and not in border, archaeological or historic areas; the rules are the same across Amman. Law No. 17 of 2026, published in the Official Gazette in September 2026 and in force from about October 2026, also lets non-Jordanians own or lease a private residence outside urban planning zones, up to 10 dunums, with the Finance Minister's approval. Foreign buyer rules →